Are you running Boston Marathon? Are you trying to qualify? At this fundraiser, Mark will be sharing his story about failing and then finally qualifying for the 2015 Boston Marathon, plus insights and tips about the historic event itself.

All proceeds from ticket sales will go to support i2P (Impossible2Possible) a non-profit organization that uses adventure based learning programs to educate, inspire and empower young people all over the world.

Tickets $25 includes a copy of Long Road to Boston ($29.95 value). Mark will be available to sign the book after the talk.

Come relax with an afternoon coffee at this free event, and enjoy the stories and insights of these two inspiring and entertaining authors. Mark and Rachel will share their running journeys that brought them to Boston. There will be a Q&A and discussion following the talks.

Event DescriptionStart with Iron North Studio's regular Sunday long runs and end with our speaker series. With your first pint included from Kichesippi Beer Co, sip and socialize with other runners and enjoy the wisdom from some of the best professionals in our endurance community. Donations will be accepted upon sign in for the Ottawa Marathon Scotiabank Charity Challenge with a charity of choice to be drawn after the speaker portion of the event has come to an end.

Free registration is required for studio members and the general public. Registration opens in April 2018.

Mark will be captaining an Ottawa Hospital Run for a Reason team which will be fundraising for stem cell research leading up to Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend in May. Mark will be running the Scotiabank Ottawa Marathon (May 28) but you can run any event (5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon options) as part of the team.

Team PWL and I invite you to an evening of inspiration and fundraising for stem cell research at The Ottawa Hospital.

Ray Zahab, a former "pack a day smoker" turned ultra-marathoner, has crossed the Sahara and beyond, running an average of 70 kms a day! In addition to being an adventurer, youth advocate and runner, Ray is a well-known motivational speaker.

Mark will talk about his new book Long Road to Boston: what it takes to chase a life-long dream after previous failure and the power of setting ambitious goals. Copies of the book will be given to attendees.

Join me for the first Long Road to Boston book signing of 2017! Visit Coles Book at Carlingwood Mall, Ottawa between 11 am and 2 pm on Saturday, January 21, 2017. Come share your Boston Marathon story with me.

Join Ottawa author, columnist, broadcaster and iRun founder Mark Sutcliffe at Bushtukah Stittsville (5607 Hazeldean Rd) on Sunday, December 10 from 2pm-4pm, as he signs his new book, Long Road to Boston: The Pursuit of the World's Most Coveted Marathon. Find out more about the book.

Join Ottawa author, columnist, broadcaster and iRun founder Mark Sutcliffe at Bushtukah Westboro (203 Richmond Rd. ) Saturday, December 9 from 2pm-4pm, as he signs his new book, Long Road to Boston: The Pursuit of the World's Most Coveted Marathon. Find out more about the book.

Mayor Jim Watson will be inducting 15 residents, including Mark Sutcliffe, into the Order of Ottawa this year. The Order of Ottawa recognizes exceptional residents who have made a significant contribution in a professional capacity in many areas of city life, including arts and culture, business, community service, education, public service, labour, communications and media, science, medicine, sports and entertainment, or other fields of endeavour that benefit the residents of Ottawa. Read more about this year's inductees.

An exclusive event for Run Ottawa members! Broadcaster, columnist, and Run Ottawa member Mark Sutcliffe will lead a 6K at 6 pm, after which he will share stories from his new book, Long Road to Boston. You must be a member of Run Ottawa to attend this event.

Join Ottawa Tourism and the tourism industry in celebrating all the star nominees, finalists and winners at this year’s Recognition Evening. This is an event you won’t want to miss! Emceed by Mark Sutcliffe.

Join me for the public launch of my new book, Long Road to Boston at Ottawa City Hall. It combines the history of the world's most prestigious marathon with my own personal quest to qualify after many failed attempts. Hope to see you there!

Mark will be at the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon Running, Health and Fitness Expo to sign purchased copies of his new book, Long Road to Boston, and to talk about his experience with other runners.